'Maluentu' Contini

Tharros IGT • Sardinia • Contini
Category
Red Wines
Winery
Contini
Region
Sardinia
Denomination
Tharros IGT
Alcohol
13.5%
Vinification
Fermentation with skin maceration for 5-6 days and soft pressing
Aging
A few months in steel and bottle
Notes
Contains sulfites

Tasting Notes

Produced in Sardinia, this wine reflects a genuine sense of place. Its 13.5% alcohol content supports a rounded, well-integrated style. Crafted from Nieddera, Merlot, Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon, this wine expresses the unique terroir characteristics. It displays rich color intensity with complex aromas and a persistent finish. The fruit is sourced from vineyards espalier- and bush-trained vines on sandy, slightly loamy soil. Vinification: fermentation with skin maceration for 5-6 days and soft pressing. The wine is aged a few months in steel and bottle. A wine showing the sun-baked intensity typical of Sardinian vineyards.

Food Pairings

Wild mushroom risotto
Aged Italian cheeses like Parmigiano-Reggiano
Rich pasta dishes with meat sauce
Braised lamb with herbs
Grilled red meats and game
Mature pecorino cheese

About Sardinia Wine Region

Sardinia is home to native varieties like Vermentino and Cannonau, rarely found elsewhere.

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